Koh-I-Noor Progresso Woodless Graphite Pencils

Koh-I-Noor Progresso Woodless Graphite Pencils are a favorite among artists for their smooth performance, rich tonal range, and generous graphite core. Made almost entirely of solid Hardtmuth graphite and coated in lacquer to keep hands clean, these pencils offer approximately five times more usable graphite than traditional wood-cased pencils.

Their solid, weighty feel provides excellent control and responsiveness, allowing artists to move seamlessly between fine detail work and broad expressive shading. Use the sharpened tip for precise lines or the broad side for soft gradients, dramatic shadows, and large area coverage.

The dense, artist-grade graphite produces deep, rich values that effortlessly define form, texture, and spatial relationships. Sharpen with any standard handheld or electric sharpener, and even use the graphite shavings for blending and smudging techniques.

Available Grades

• HB – Balanced for general drawing and sketching
• 2B – Smooth, darker marks with soft shading
• 4B – Rich tonal range and expressive marks
• 6B – Deep blacks and bold shading
• 8B – Ultra-soft for dramatic contrast
• 9B – Maximum darkness and velvety texture

Features

• Solid graphite construction with lacquer coating
• Approximately 5x more graphite than traditional pencils
• Smooth application with rich, deep tones
• Can be used for fine detail or broad shading
• Compatible with standard sharpeners
• Shavings can be used for smudging techniques
• Artist-grade Hardtmuth graphite formulation

Ideal For

• Sketching and figure drawing
• Value studies and expressive shading
• Large area coverage and tonal work
• Fine art and illustration
• Beginner to professional artists